Business Studies & Renewables Undergraduate

 Our Renewables team is responsible for developing Uniper's solar PV and wind onshore businesses, primarily in our core European markets. The Renewables business is one of the key drivers of our joint strategic ambitions. Our goal is to achieve a target of at least 8 Gigawatts (GW) of ready to build capacity by 2030, laying the foundation for Uniper's decarbonisation transformation. As we grow our new renewables business, we have an exciting opportunity in our Energy Offtake team for a University Student who is seeking an undergraduate placement in Industry starting in September 2026 for 48-52 weeks. This opportunity would suit students studying business, economics, finance and accounting or marketing.   

We are Uniper

At Uniper, we are pro-actively transforming the world of energy whilst at the same time ensuring security of energy supply. As an internationally operating company, we work in very diverse teams with the greatest possible working time flexibility for our employees. Our corporate culture is characterized by equal opportunities, mutual appreciation, and respect. With us, you will be able to develop new business models, work on technological solutions for a modern, sustainable, and future-oriented energy supply as well as pro-actively help to shape changes. Interested? Then we will look forward to meeting you!

Your responsibilities

The Energy Offtake team is responsible for securing routes to market for the renewable energy we produce and selling the power under a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA). Energy Offtake is a new team and so there is plenty of opportunity to work on topics and pick up activities that you find interesting or have a passion for. A flexible, hands-on approach would be well-suited for the placement. The successful candidate will undertake the typical tasks as outlined below:
•    Support the team in assessing the European renewables market looking at specific countries like UK, Germany, Italy, France, Poland etc. Reviewing market prices and checking financial assessments of key markets.
•    You will undertake competitor analysis and help identify potential corporate Offtakers along with organising and preparing offtake meetings.
•    You will support and prepare marketing material and presentations in preparation for conference events being attended later in the year.
•    We would also like you to help us develop and create monthly reporting dashboards and support with the design, implementation, and documentation for key processes.
•    You will gain invaluable experience by attending stakeholder meetings and perhaps even support the senior managers in their negotiations with Offtakers.
•    Please note that we will provide training and support on achieving the above tasks.

Your profile

Essential
•    This placement will suit students studying either business, economics, finance and accounting or marketing as the placement can be tailored to suit the individual
•    Applicants should be flexible on travel as some team meetings will be held in Dusseldorf, Germany
•    The role will be hybrid working and will be a combination of home working and working in the Birmingham office along with the occasional trip to our Head Office in Dusseldorf.
 
Desirable:
•    Some knowledge of the energy industry would be desirable but is not essential

Your qualities

• Competitive salary
• Personal development and Learning opportunities
• Enhanced company pension – With up to 12% company contributions
• 26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Electric vehicle charging at our sites
• In house Occupational Health Services
• Company funded Private Medical Insurance including free GP service
• Performance related benefits
• Access to a range of flexible benefits such as Share Incentive Plan, Dental, Critical Illness and Life Insurance, Cycle2Work, or buy and sell extra holiday
• Future career opportunities (UK & International) with a strong focus on Diversity Equity and Inclusion

Our employees are the reason for our success. Therefore, you will find many other benefits at the local level to help you reach your potential. Energy evolutionary wanted!

 Your contact

Should you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact the UK Talent Acquisition Manager

dominic.lindsey@uniper.energy

Please note, any CV’s sent via email would not be taken into consideration. All CV’s must be submitted via the online application process only.

 Job information 

As an employer, Uniper is committed to diversity and equal opportunities. Therefore, we encourage applications from suitably qualified individuals whose capabilities match the role requirements regardless of gender, origin, disability, age, religion, ideology, sexual identity or marital status. We live inclusion and support flexible working.